Laboratory/Research Technician Position Available In Chittenden, Vermont

Laboratory/Research Technician Posting Summary Provide specialized technical assistance in support of a scientific research project designed to understand the control of brain blood flow in small vessel disease. Assist in development and implementation of experiments relating to mouse brain microcirculation (e.g. electrophysiology, imaging, and behavioral studies). Prepare solutions, biochemical and molecular assays; maintain transgenic and conventional animal colonies; perform small animal surgeries; assist in the planning, designing, development, and troubleshooting of protocols, research techniques, and experiments; collect and analyze research data; perform literature searches; operate laboratory chemical, animal, and equipment inventories; maintain research results, protocols, methods, compliance with chemical safety regulations, and other documentation, as assigned by the supervisor. Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) Bachelor’s degree in pharmacology, physiology, neuroscience or a closely related field and two to three years’ experience in a laboratory environment required. Effective written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills required. Ability and willingness to adapt to changing situations of multiple, concurrent projects and to adjust priorities accordingly. Ability to work independently, in a timely fashion and in precision and accuracy. Desirable Qualifications Experience with electrophysiology, imaging, handling of small laboratory animals, and/or animal colony management desirable. Anticipated Pay Range $21.50/hr – $25.00/hr Other Information Working with animals. Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, Contingent on continued funding, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position FLSA Non-Exempt Union Position Yes, UVMSU Job Location Burlington, Vermont Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) 7/1/2025 Open Until Filled No Department Pharmacology/55130 Employee FTE 1.0 Employee Term 12 For full job description and to apply, visit https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings/80468 jeid-56e3958852fc3046a27b1eb5b40992b6